Lady Rose’s Daughter · Theme

Jealousy and Rivalry

How Lady Rose’s Daughter develops Jealousy and Rivalry.

The central conflict between Lady Henry and Julie is driven by the older woman's furious jealousy of her companion's social success, leading to a bitter power struggle that fractures their household and social circle.

Where it surfaces

II
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie's social success and her fear of losing influence, especially over Jacob Delafield, drives the chapter's conflict.
III
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie's social success and the resulting conflict.
IV
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie's social success and friendships is a primary driver of the chapter's conflict.
V
Sir Wilfrid's probing of Delafield's feelings for Julie and the underlying tension regarding Warkworth suggest jealousy and rivalry.
Chapter VI
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie's social success and her rivalry with the Duchess over Julie's time and loyalty.
Chapter XVI
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie has led to social ostracism, and the rivalry between Julie and her cousin over Warkworth is implied.
XVII
Lady Henry's jealousy of Julie and the social maneuvering among the guests highlight the theme of rivalry.